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Air Fryer Keto Fried Shimp

Published July 3, 2021 by Jennifer / 4,439 Comments.
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This easy recipe is the best way to use up fresh shrimp! I love this Air Fryer Keto Fried Shrimp recipe. It's one of my favorite keto air fryer recipes that gives me a great low carb appetizer to enjoy. Made with shrimp, almond flour, and the perfect blend of seasonings.

This easy recipe is the best way to use up fresh shrimp! I love this Air Fryer Keto Fried Shrimp recipe. It’s one of my favorite keto air fryer recipes that gives me a great low carb appetizer to enjoy.

Air Fried Keto Fried Shrimp on a white plate with lemon slices and dipping sauce.

Be certain to check out my Keto Crock Pot Recipes for even more low carb dishes.

If you’re looking for easy keto recipes , add this breaded shrimp to the top of your list. There’s nothing like crunchy shrimp that has minimal cooking time. Pair it up with some tartar sauce or an extra spritz of lemon juice to make this good recipe turn into a great recipe.

This recipe takes simple ingredients, an air fryer basket, a little bit of almond flour, and raw shrimp and you’ve got yourself a winning recipe for sure!

Low Carb Crispy Shrimp

This recipe is a bit like bang bang shrimp but has more of a flavor combo with the lemon pepper and smoked paprika. If you’re looking for a fun variety to this recipe, the addition of garlic powder and even some hot sauce are great, too!

You’re going to love having this be a part of your regular keto diet.

Fried shrimp made from the air fryer, served on a white plate with lemon slices and dipping sauce.

Ingredients

  • Large shrimp peeled and deveined 
  • Almond flour 
  • Eggs 
  • Ground black pepper 
  • Smoked paprika 
  • Lemon pepper
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The air fryer setting makes this recipe so crispy without the need for hot oil!

Easy Air Fryer Shrimp

 Preheat the Air Fryer to 390 degrees Fahrenheit. Prepare the air fryer basket with non stick cooking spray.

Arrange two bowls. Add the almond flour, paprika, lemon pepper, and ground black pepper to one bowl. Add the beaten eggs to the second bowl. 

Dip the shrimp into the almond flour mixture, then dip into the egg mixture, and finally into the almond flour mixture again. Set aside on a wire rack until you’ve finished with all of the shrimp. 

Add the shrimp in a single layer into the prepared air fryer basket and cook for 10-12 minutes at 390 degrees Fahrenheit. Flip the shrimp halfway through. 

Remove when golden brown and serve immediately.

Keto Fried Shrimp step by step photos from start to finish.
Keto Fried Shrimp made in the air fryer, up close shot of the serving plate with dipping sauce and lemon wedges.

FAQs

How do you store the remaining shrimp?

You can store it in the fridge in an airtight container until you’re ready to heat it up and eat it again.

Can you use frozen shrimp for this Air Fryer Fried Shrimp recipe?

You can. I prefer to use fresh as my favorite way but frozen is good, too!

If you have any other fun recipe ideas for this simple shrimp recipe, leave it below in the comments. We’re always looking for feedback or great ideas for all of you! 

More Shrimp Recipes You Might Enjoy:

If you love this Air Fryer Keto Fried Shrimp recipe as much as we do, you might also enjoy these other recipes, too! 

  • Air Fryer Garlic Butter Shrimp
  • Shrimp Scampi Zoodles Recipe
  • Grilled Shrimp Foil Packet
  • Garlic Lemon Pepper Shrimp Salad (Clean eating)
  • Creamy Alfredo and Shrimp Pasta
Air Fryer Fried Shrimp with lemon slices and serving sauce on a white plate.

Air Fryer Keto Fried Shimp

Jennifer
This simple low carb recipe is a fast and easy way to enjoy fried shrimp in just minutes! It's an easy air fryer recipes that's perfect for snacks or appetizers.
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Prep Time 5 minutes mins
Cook Time 10 minutes mins
Total Time 15 minutes mins
Course Appetiser, dinner
Cuisine American
Servings 8
Calories 98 kcal

Equipment

  • Air Fryer

Ingredients
  

  • 25 large shrimp peeled and deveined 
  • 2/3 cup almond flour
  • 3 eggs 
  • 1 tbsp ground black pepper 
  • 1 tsp paprika 
  • 1 tsp lemon pepper

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the Air Fryer to 390 degrees Fahrenheit. Prepare the air fryer basket with non stick cooking spray.
  • Arrange two bowls. Add the almond flour flour, paprika, lemon pepper, and ground black pepper to one bowl. Add the beaten eggs to the second bowl.
  • Dip the shrimp into the almond flour mixture, then dip into the egg mixture, and finally into the almond flour mixture again. Set aside on a wire rack until you've finished with all of the shrimp.
  • Add the shrimp in a single layer into the prepared air fryer basket and cook for 10-12 minutes at 390 degrees Fahrenheit. Flip the shrimp halfway through.
  • Remove when golden brown and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 98kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 8gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 109mgSodium: 169mgPotassium: 57mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 218IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 61mgIron: 1mg

*Nutritional information is a calculated guesstimate. Please note that this can change with different brands and modifications you may make to the recipe. For the most accurate information, use a nutritional calculator with the exact brands and measurements you’re using with each recipe.

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